2000 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 105 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 885 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2006 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
